A video from May 2023 resurfaced showing a heated argument in Patna High Court where a judge dismissed a case citing difficulty with Hindi, while the lawyer protested his own struggle with English. The incident highlights language barriers and sparks calls for judicial reforms in India.
Justice Abhay Oka announced that the Supreme Court of India is translating key judgments into regional languages to enhance accessibility to justice. This initiative aims to help citizens understand court decisions in their mother tongue and marks a significant step in simplifying the legal system for everyone, fostering engagement with legal rights.